Markanja
About Markanja
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Markanja village is 617771. Markanja village is located in Sulya taluka of Dakshina Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Sulya (tehsildar office) and 115km away from district headquarter Mangalore. As per 2009 stats, Markanja village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1974.69 hectares. Markanja has a total population of 3,436 peoples, out of which male population is 1,735 while female population is 1,701. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 980 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of markanja village is 77.74% out of which 82.13% males and 73.25% females are literate. There are about 837 houses in markanja village. Pincode of markanja village locality is 574248.
Sulya is nearest town to markanja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
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Population of Markanja
The population details of Markanja cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,436 | 1,735 | 1,701 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 322 | 163 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 549 | 274 | 275 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 339 | 169 | 170 |
| Literate Population | 2,671 | 1,425 | 1,246 |
| Illiterate Population | 765 | 310 | 455 |
Connectivity of Markanja
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Markanja
Where is Markanja located?
Markanja village is situated in Sulya Taluka, within the Dakshina Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Markanja?
Markanja serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Markanja?
The pincode of Markanja is 574248, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Markanja as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Markanja is 3,436, with 1,735 males and 1,701 females.
How many households are there in Markanja as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Markanja village has a total of 837 households.
What is the literacy rate in Markanja as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Markanja is 77.74%. The male literacy rate is 82.13%, while the female literacy rate is 73.25%.